Soluble Mesothelin-Related Peptides

At a Glance

Why Get Tested?

To monitor progression or recurrence of a rare cancer called mesothelioma that affects the membranes that surround the lungs, heart, and abdominal cavity; most cases of mesothelioma are associated with asbestos exposure.

When to Get Tested?

After you have been diagnosed with mesothelioma, this test may be ordered anytime during or after treatment to follow response to treatment.

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This article was last reviewed on March 6, 2012. | This article was last modified on September 27, 2013.

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